When i did some pixel peepling, i realized if my focus was spot on the xe1 and 55200 could yield results id have to go to my digital hasselblad to exceed consistantly. Fujifilm xf 55200mm if youll excuse me, i wonder if i might pick the collective brain of the top commentariat with a little question. Xf200mm, xf1680mm, xf50140mm, xf55200mm, xf100400mm firmware update apr. Luckily, this lens is capable of handling a multitude of light settings and zoom settings to produce steady, crisp images every time. Nov 21, 2018 sony a7iii vs fuji xt3 fujifilm challenges full frame sony a7 iii fujifilm xt3 photo editing software skip navigation sign in. Xf meaning that it is for the xmount cameras, r meaning it has a dedicated aperture ring on the lens, lm meaning it has the newer linear motor for af quiet and fast and finally ois meaning the optical image stability function, which fuji claim to give a 4 12stop. Fujifilm launches standard zoom lens fujinon lens gf45100mmf4 r lm ois wr fujifilm unveils the new development roadmap for interchangeable lenses.
It is larger than what feels natural for the system, of course, but ive used the combination for at least 100 shots and found it to not be a burden to use, either. Lens firmware updates enhances the accuracy of manual focus adjustment improvement of ois function xf1024mm, xf1855mm, xf185mm, xf55200mm, xc1650mm, xc1650mm, xc50230mm addition of compatibility with xf2 x tc wr xf50140mm, xf100400mm. How to download and update firmware fuji 55 200 firmware update download digital photo cameras firmware. Fuji 55200, is there a firmware update fuji x forum. The fuji views blog contains thoughts and opinions on fujifilm, the compact mirrorless camera market, and photography in. I have a feeling at this stage it will be the 1655 the 55200 and the 185. Fujifilm xt1 vs xt2 the complete comparison page 2. These lenses are all optically brilliant i especially love the 1024mm, but under certain circumstances are occasionally a little. Not all of the images here have been post processed so this isnt a revie. The fuji xf 55 200mm ois is optically close to perfect, and is also very well built, making it the worlds secondbest apsc telephoto zoom after the fuji 501402.
Fuji 55200 vs canon 70200ii vs canon 5l fuji x forum. Get the best deals on fujifilm 55200mm camera lenses when you shop the largest online selection at. Or i may put this off and wait for some new lens from fuji. Sony a7iii vs fuji xt3 fujifilm xt3 challenges full frame. The xt30 is the first camera most people should look at. I switched to fuji very early in the x series, and have three of the first generation fujinon zoom lenses the 1024mm, the 1855mm, and the 55200mm. Please use your camera and lens with the latest version of firmware. Discussion in native xmount lens forum started by stefanocps, oct 4, 2019.
This time i would like to share with you my opinion on using the middleclass telephoto zoom from fuji, the fujinon xf 55 200mm f3. Firmware is the upgraded version of software that fujifilm corporation. Lenshero compares the fujifilm xf 90mm f2 r lm wr vs the fujifilm xf 55 200mm f3. And as we saw in our xpro1 vs xe2 comparison, the oldest current model in the xmount compact camera system, the xpro1, already struggled against its lowerend sibling. Battery life remained the same so the ois zoom does not seem to use vast amount of power. Firmware upgrade for 1855 fujifilm x mount lenses fuji x. The 55 200mm focal length when used on a fuji x mount camera with a 1. Sep 23, 2015 i went to the galapagos islands before the release of the 50140mm but just couldnt bring myself to commit to the 55 200mm primarily because of the slower and sliding aperture. At fujifilm we create innovative products and deliver effective solutions in a wide variety of fields to serve society, contribute to the quality of life, and enhance environmental sustainability. I tried downloading it three times, formatted the card several times, and put the update on the card.
Forums xf and xc lenses and accessories native xmount lens forum fuji 55 200, is there a firmware update. I saw no difference after performing the needed firmware update. Fuji 55200 for wildlife since firmware update fuji x forum. To check the current firmware version simply turn on the camera while pressing the dispback button. I just found your great article on the xt2 and 100400mm lens. I was shocked at how sharp the lens was and how well the is worked. Joshua b yes, it is a 50230mm lens, but it is fuji x so it is apsc only, so it has the equivalent fullframe range of 76350mm mario o i understand that 76350 refers to what you get compared to a 35mm standard lens. Down below you find all details and download links.
Not to mention the availability of software corrections right from the start. Discussion in native xmount lens forum started by gary k, aug 30, 20. The lens is certainly sharp enough even being slightly better at the 55mm end than the 1855mm. It was pitch dark with only a few weak artificial lights put up for the occasion. The screen should display the current version of the software for both the camera and attached. If youll excuse me, i wonder if i might pick the collective brain of the top commentariat with a little question.
But its certainly nowhere near as heavy or large as the famous 50140. Ill be going to the galapagos and dont want to take my heavy nikon gear d500 and 200500mm lens. Fujifilm releases very minor firmware updates for six of its xf lenses. The fuji views blog contains thoughts and opinions on fujifilm, the compact mirrorless camera market, and photography in general. Fujifilm xf 200mm f2 r lm ois wr firmware version 1. The fuji xf 55200mm ois is optically close to perfect, and is also very well built, making it the worlds secondbest apsc telephoto zoom after the fuji 501402. The main concern among artists is the bokeh characteristic. This photo was taken with my fuji xt3 and fujinon xf 55200 f3. Dec 31, 20 i know, this is a dumb question i went to the fujifilm usa website and i did not find an update to the 55 200 lens. It is not as light as my other prime lenses or 1855, of course.
The lens comes with image stabilization, which works very well i might add, and all the standard bells and whistles of a modern lens. Fit and finish are first rate, and the lens is relatively light weight without feeling. So i bought the 55 200mm for the trip and sold it when i got home. Like the 1855mm it features a relatively fast maximum aperture, gathering half a stop more light than most similar zooms for slrs, and it. Offering a focal range of 84305mm in 35mm terms, 4. Compared to some of its dslr counterparts it isnt a terribly fast lens but it offers quite a bit more creative potential than fujifilms kit tele zoom lens xc 50230mm. Autofocus is silent, almost instantaneous, and always accurate. Fuji x news major firmware update on fujifilm xseries lenses. First things first, i wanted a telephoto zoom for my fujifilm kit. One of them is the prosumergrade fujinon xf 55200mm f3. Xf 55 200 firmware update feb 22, 2014 i updated this lens to firmware version 1. Just wondering what you think of it and how you feel about it. The zoom ring is extremely smooth, as is the aperture ring.
Although the aperture becomes one fstop higher when mounted, the teleconverter features an excellent optical design with a construction of 7 elements in 3 groups to maintain the optical performance of the original lens. Overall, fuji has created a truly outstanding zoom lens with the fujinon xf 55200mm f3. Apr 06, 2017 i have a feeling at this stage it will be the 1655 the 55200 and the 185. As with all of my fujifilm lenses, the xf55200 lens feel fantastic and has proven to be extremely durable. Fuji xf 55200 revisited, the 185, and other musings. Nov 11, 2015 after a while i got back on track with writing my impressions on fujifilm gear. Its a lens that is not only sharp throughout the range, but has excellent color rendering, beautiful bokeh and good control of lens aberrations.
I had been using my nikons for wildlife photos because i was disappointed with the focussing speed of the fuji 55 200, the longest fuji lens i own. This is a lens you can trust even in toughest of the shooting. Ive had the 60mm for a while now and just picked up the 55 200 as a stop gap while i wait for fuji to perform their magic and produce a 5 or 200 f22. I shot a wedding yesterday, over the course of several hours, using mostly the 55200mm and the 14mm, both lenses produced excellent images. Mar 23, 2015 when it comes to firmware udpates, we xshooters are probably complaining at a level all other camera brand owners frankly envy us and i know it from the guys at 43rumors, sonyalpharumors and canonwatch in our regular meetings, that they are jealous about how fujifilm listens to its customers and delivers amazing firmware updates. Its optical design incorporates two extralow dispersion elements and one aspherical element, which help to reduce a variety of aberrations in order to achieve greater clarity and sharpness. Fuji 55 200 firmware update full guides for download and. Jun 05, 20 flickr is almost certainly the best online photo management and sharing application in the world.
This provides a medium to long range zoom capabilities, making the 55 200mm f3,54. I hate lenses sitting around and only getting used once a year or something. Though the little 35mm f2 lens is wonderful, if the 1655 proves just as sharp at 35mm, then the f2 lens will be sold off and sacrificed on fleabay. I assume that fuji has not released an updated since it has been released, correct. I currently have the fuji xt2 camera body and these lenses. Fuji is site dedicated to comparing and contrasting fujifilm x series mirrorless cameras, fujinon and x mount compatible lenses, and related accessories. Show off your favorite photos and videos to the world, securely and privately show content to your friends and family, or blog the photos and videos you take with a cameraphone. The first time i realized just how good the fuji x and the 55200mm are was when my 5dmk2 went down during a high school senior session.
Yesterday i went to cranberry marsh, a short drive from toronto with only this lens on my xt1 to see what improvement the recent firmware update had achieved. This mostly metal lens works on fuji xmount cameras. One feature that i actually enjoyed was the aperture control on the lens, a feature. I have the fuji 55200 but i want a longer reach, i know the 100400mm lens has been very good for bird photography.
The first step to updating the firmware in your fujifilm camera and lens is to check and see what version of the firmware you are running currently. I want to purchase a lens to expand the reach of my fuji kit without adding a lot of weight to what i carry when traveling. Built with optical design that offers a large maximum aperture, and a linear motor that delivers highspeed af performance, while featuring the image stabilization function that allows the use of shutter speeds 4. Fujifilm releases several new firmware updates fuji rumors. Xt3, xt30, xf1680mmf4 r ois wr firmware update mar. Specifications for discontinued digital camera models are available here. Martin made a quite unfair comparison between the xe1 with xf 55200 and the canon eos 5d mark iii with canon 70300 is l. Is fuji xt2 and xf 100400mm ready for bird photography. The 55200mm lens is one i will replace with a 5mm is prime when one becomes available. You have to move a switch on your camera to go between auto and manual focus. Its the most compact body that contains fujis latest imaging tech, is likely to see some firmware support, and costs less than an xt3the only other camera with 4th generation sensor and processor at the time of writing.
New fujifilm firmware updates released for xf lenses daily. The xt2 recently did very well at a halloween ghost walk where i was shooting in the woods after sunset. My standard test subject, my speedy 10yearold, runs at me full bore down the sidewalk. The fujifilm x series is a serious bunch of camerasand if youre going to pair them with a telephoto lens, youre going to need a lens as serious as the fuji xf 55200 83300mm f3.
Apr 03, 2015 1024mm 185mm 1855mm 55 200mm firmware firmware friday firmware update fuji fujifilm s1 xt1 xt1 graphite silver x100t by mike tomkins posted friday, april 3, 2015 at 1. I was effortlessly able to take tack sharp shots at 140 of a second at 200mm. Jul 08, 20 the lens is certainly sharp enough even being slightly better at the 55mm end than the 1855mm. Ive owned some of them in different mounts, so when i switched to fuji i wanted to cover the maximum range with the minimum lenses. Telephoto zoom lenses are very popular because of their versatility and space saving compared to having several prime lenses to cover the same range. New free firmware update for fujifilm xa7 coming soon.
This lens goes from 55mm on the short side to 200mm on the long end, which is a full frame equivalent to 82. On the other hand, fuji does not have anything which competes directly with these also a major shortfall. Next up another body i think an xe 1, and leave the 55200 on that. Xf55200 vs xf 50140 general discussion fuji x series. The fuji 55200 is a wonderfully constructed lens with silky smooth operation and a real precision look and feel about it that makes it all the more desirable. Fujifilm holdings named on cdp a list for climate change. The fujifilm 55200mm is the perfect choice for my needs and heres why. If you perform the firmware updates to the lens and eos m3 body, the efs 55250 stm remains a credible alternative to the efm 55200 stm.
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